Campus Announcements for the week of 02/21/2003
Table of Contents
1. Employees who claimed Exemption from Federal or State tax must submit new 2003 Tax Forms.
2. The Dream Continues Stony Brook House '03
3. State employees are entitled to Leave for Breast Cancer Screening
4. Parking Services has moved!
5. Tape Tours of Library Now Available
6. Computer Training Introduction to Microsoft Word NCE316 5 sessions Tu, 1:00-4:00 pm Feb. 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2003
7. Special Paper Promotion Stock Up and Save on Select Copy Paper
8. Effective Interviewing Techniques Workshop (Presented by HRS, Recruitment & Employment Services)
9. Putting Training to Work for You! - Workshop (Presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
10. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Word: Module IV NCE316.4B M, 6:00-9:00 pm, March 3 and 10, 2003
11. Computer Training Introduction to Microsoft Excel NCE314D Th, 1:00-4:00pm, March 6, 13, 20, and 27; April 3, 2003
12. EAP Supervisory Training: Understanding Your Personality Type to Enhance Your Effectiveness as a Supervisor
13. Computer Training Introduction to Windows NCE300.2C 9:00-12:00 pm, March 12, 19 and 26; April 2, 2003
14. Senior Commencement Speaker Applications Now Available
15. Navigating the Civil Service System: Career Planning and Strategies within Civil Service (presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
16. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Excel Module I & II
17. Head Bookkeeper/Office Supervisor Position Open @ FSA
18. Color Copier at Library Photocopy Center
19. Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (HTNW23)- A SBUH Corporate Education and Training Knowledge Network Program presented by EAP
20. Professional Development Series (Presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
21. The Family Violence Education and Research Center Spring 2003 Colloquia/Workshop
22. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, Feb. 26, 2003
23. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents A Faculty Colloquium Lecture by Daniel Levy
24. School of Nursing Pain Conference at Stony Brook Manhattan
25. The Provost's Lecture Series - Responding to the Threat of Bioterrorism
26. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
27. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, March 12, Noon, 306 Harriman Hall, Light Lunch
28. Parenting Workshop on Brothers and Sisters: Best of Friends, Best of Enemies and Everything In Between
29. Parents as Problem Solvers: Strategies for Parenting Young Children
30. "Cinema Tropical: The Caliente New Wave of Latin American Film"
31. Hold these Dates!!
32. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
33. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, February 28, 2003
34. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
35. Arts & Sciences Senate to meet Today, Feb. 24th in SAC 302 at 3:30 p.m. (rescheduled from 2/17)
36. 2nd Annual Life Sciences Industry Career Development Conference. Exploring the Diversity of New York's Life Sciences Industry"
37. Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science
38. Adorable cats available for adoption!
39. FSA Habitat for Humanity Talent Show
40. FSA Indoor Yard Sale
41. FSA Dinner and Chinese Auction
42. Spring 2003 Residence Hall Blood Drive Contest Extended
43. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550
44. 2003 Aerobics Schedule
45. Computer Training Macromedia Dreamweaver 4.0 NCE328B 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 24, 26; March 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2003
46. Computer Training QuarkXPress NCE320C 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 27; March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 and 25, 2003
47. Union Craft Center Opens for Spring 2003 offering Non-Credit Classes in Arts & Crafts & Leisure, call 632-6822.
48. "The Women of Warner Brothers." A lecture/book signing event on Thursday, March 13 at 5:00 pm, Javits Room, Melville Library.
49. Ballroom Dance Lessons
50. Stony Brook Athletics P.A.W.S (Providing Athletes With Scholarships)Campaign Kick-Off
51. Integrative Asthma Care And Prevention
52. International Food Fair February 26, 2003 ~ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
53. Do you enjoy a good Whodunit? Do you like crime solving? Then you?ll love the Mystery Book Sale!
54. Computer Training Adobe Photoshop NCE321C Tu, Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, 12 sessions starting March 27, 2003
55. Computer Training Macromedia Fireworks 4.0 NCE327B M, W, 6:00-9:00 pm, March 17, 19 and 24, 2003
56. Computer Training Macromedia Flash 5 NCE329B 12 sessions M, W, 6:00-9:00 pm, starting March 26, 2003
57. Computer Training Designing a Website with Microsoft Publisher NCE325.4C: Sat, 1:00-4:00 pm, Mar. 1 and 8, 2003
58. Computer Training Web Page Design and Site Management with FrontPage NCE325.5C: Sat, 1:00-4:00 pm, starting March 15, 2003
59. Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day With Pizza Party Set For Sunday, March 2
60. Career Women's Luncheon - March 6th, 12 Noon, Student Union Ballroom
61. Black Women and Breast Cancer: An Interview Study
62. A Toothpaste To Keep Teeth White
63. Doctoral Defenses this week
64. All non-international students. Parttime/full time; undergrads and grad students!
65. Transfer Students!
66. CELT Workshop: Custom Tailor Your Resume - Lunch Provided
1. Employees who claimed Exemption from Federal or State tax must submit new 2003 Tax Forms.
State employees (and student employees) who claimed exemption from withholding of Federal or New York State taxes in 2002 and who wish to be exempt in 2003 should complete a new W-4 and/or IT-2104E form and submit to Human Resource Services, Z=0751. The 2002 exemption will expire in paycheck dated March 7 for Student Assistants and Work Study student, and March 12 for regular employees. If you have any questions, please call Janet Bresloff at 2-6149. See Forms and Publications on our website.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRS.nsf
Submitted by: Julissa Fernandez/Admin
2. The Dream Continues Stony Brook House '03
Last year, Stony Brook became the first University on Long Island to raise the funds and volunteer to build a Habitat for Humanity House. Join us for Stony Brook House '03 as we make another family's dream come true.
Watch for fundraising events in your area. For more information visit our web site at www.stonybrook.edu/habitat
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
3. State employees are entitled to Leave for Breast Cancer Screening
Please see the memorandum about Leave for Breast Cancer Screening for State employees, both male and female:
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRS.nsf/c7567dc78843f84c85256ae7006882e4/cb550aa8512145f985256cc600581bf2?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Rick Sadetsky/Admin
4. Parking Services has moved!
As of Friday 2/14/03 the following Parking Services will be offered at Student Accounts - located at the 2nd floor lobby across from the Registrar: Permit Pick-ups, Appeal Submissions, Petition Submissions, Billing Questions, all other Parking related matters.
Traffic Appeals Board will continue to be held 192 Admin until further notice.
For questions call 632-AUTO
Submitted by: Theresa Kist/Admin
5. Tape Tours of Library Now Available
Dont' have time to join a scheduled tour? Want to know where the book stacks or DVDs are? No problem! Take a self-guided tape tour of the Melville Library. Tapes are available at the Information Desk in the Central Reading Room, 1st floor of Melville Library. See you at the Library! Call 2-7110 for more information.
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/opensessions.html
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
6. Computer Training Introduction to Microsoft Word NCE316 5 sessions Tu, 1:00-4:00 pm Feb. 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2003
This course provides an introduction to the most popular word processing program. Streamline workflow by learning shortcuts. Topics include: creating, saving, editing and printing a document, spell check, thesaurus, search and replace, and moving text.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Fee: $225 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
for questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
7. Special Paper Promotion Stock Up and Save on Select Copy Paper
The Procurement Office in conjunction with Staples has arranged a Special Promotion on select copy paper for the next two months. The following copy paper items will be temporarily reduced from February 3, 2003 to March 31, 2003 with a discount of $2.50 per carton or $.25 per ream. Stock up and take advantage of these limited time savings. Staples Red Box copy paper item # 135855 is now $2.32/rm and # 135848 is $23.20/ctn. All pastel copy papers item #?s 389276 Green, 389278 Lilac, 389279 Salmon, 389370 Blue, 389371 Canary, 389372 Goldenrod, 389373 Cream and 389668 Pink are now $3.87/rm.
http://www.procurement.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Christine Wilson/Admin
8. Effective Interviewing Techniques Workshop (Presented by HRS, Recruitment & Employment Services)
This program is designed for State and RF managers, search committees and those responsible for interviewing candidates. The program will include:
-Preparing for an interview
-Setting the tone for a successful interview
-Avoiding discrimination and illegal questioning
-Gathering appropriate, job related information from the candidate
-Closing the interview
-Documenting the interview
-How to write a Resume Screening document
-How to write your interview questions to get answers you need
-Legal and illegal interview questions
DATE: April 10, 2003 TIME: 9:00-1:00
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the website below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
9. Putting Training to Work for You! - Workshop (Presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
This program is geared for supervisors and managers. It will include the following:
-Establishing your role in the process and actions you can take before sending your employee to training.
-Preparing staff members for classes they are scheduled to attend.
-Strategies for reinforcing, following up and encouraging the use of skills your members learned or enhanced at a class.
-Continuing the staff development process on-the-job.
DATE: March 5, 2003 TIME: 9:30-12:00
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the link below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
10. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Word: Module IV NCE316.4B M, 6:00-9:00 pm, March 3 and 10, 2003
This advanced course covers desktop publishing functions, including picture and file insertion, templates, styles and newspaper columns.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Word or equivalent experience.
Fee: $105 - 10% discount University employees and students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
11. Computer Training Introduction to Microsoft Excel NCE314D Th, 1:00-4:00pm, March 6, 13, 20, and 27; April 3, 2003
This introductory course demonstrates the power and ease that makes Microsoft Excel the most-widely used spreadsheet application for office and home financial planning. Accountants, office managers, budget managers, even the family financial planner, will benefit from learning the basics of Excel. Topics include: basics of spreadsheet design, entering data, editing, formatting and printing worksheets, and implementing formulae and functions. The course emphasises hands-on exercises to reinforce lessons.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Fee:$225 - 10% discount University employees and students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
12. EAP Supervisory Training: Understanding Your Personality Type to Enhance Your Effectiveness as a Supervisor
This workshop is both educational and fun as you learn about your personality type and how it affects your relationships with others. Because we all seek out situations that allow us to use our best skills, knowing our type can help us to understand why we negotiate reality the way we do. Developing an increased self-awareness will enhance our supervisory skills.
Thursday, February 27, 2003, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. To register: Contact Corporate Education & Training at 444-9805
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
13. Computer Training Introduction to Windows NCE300.2C 9:00-12:00 pm, March 12, 19 and 26; April 2, 2003
This foundation course is required for all computer courses. This hands-on introduction is a computer "must" for the small business owner, job seeker or anyone interested in learning about the latest personal computer technology for home or business. Topics covered in this foundational class are an introduction to the Windows icon-based program including the use of the mouse, manipulating Windows, Explorer, file manager and applications. No prior computer knowledge is required. This course is a prerequisite for all computer courses.
Fee: $180 - 10% discount University employees and students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
14. Senior Commencement Speaker Applications Now Available
Senior May Commencement Speaker Applications are Now Available for all undergraduate Seniors who have graduated in Dec. 2002 or will graduate in May, July or August 2003. Each year a graduating senior is selected to address the graduating class, family members, friends faculty and staff. Please pass this message along to any graduating senior who might be interested. Applications are available in the Student Activities Office, SAC 219. Applications are due by Friday, March 7, 2003. Any questions please contact Maria Terrana, at 2-9392.
Submitted by: Maria Terrana/OSA
15. Navigating the Civil Service System: Career Planning and Strategies within Civil Service (presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
In this workshop participants will learn test taking strategies and how to overcome anxiety when taking a civil service exam. They will also learn how to move up the ladder and plan a career within the Civil Service system.
DATE: March 4, 2003 TIME: 10:00-12:00
TO REGISTER: CONTACT DENISE GROSS @2-4501 or click on the link below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
16. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Excel Module I & II
These courses focus on specific functions available in the program and is particularly useful for accountants and budget managers.
Module I (NCE314.1)- Section C: Tu-Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, March 25 and 27, 2003. This special topics course covers graphing and advanced functions.
Module II (NCE314.2)- Section C: Tu-Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, April 1 and 3, 2003. This advanced topics course covers multiple file management, linking, consolidating, auto-filter, pivot table and macros.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Excel or equivalent experience.
Fee: $105 - 10% discount University employees and students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
17. Head Bookkeeper/Office Supervisor Position Open @ FSA
High School degree and min. two years bookkeeping experience required. Computerized accounting exp. , ADP payroll exp. and strong Excel and customer service skills are required. Duties incl. A/P, large payroll, monthly J/Es & G/L account analysis. Send resume to HR Manager, FSA, 250 Student Union, SUNY Stony Brook, NY 11794 or fax to 631-632-6573. AA/EEO
Submitted by: Marcela Sztainberg/FSA
18. Color Copier at Library Photocopy Center
The Photocopy Center Located on the Third Floor Stacks Area of Melville Library has a Color Copier. Copies cost $ 1.00 and can be made Monday through Friday 8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Submitted by: Kenneth Doyle/Lib
19. Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (HTNW23)- A SBUH Corporate Education and Training Knowledge Network Program presented by EAP
Your role as a supervisor is a critical one in assisting workers to seek professional help and consequently improve their levels of functioning on the job and in their personal lives. Through knowledge and practice, participants will be able to achieve the following workshop objectives: To identify specific behavioral and job performance problems. To review the myriad of problems that may be the cause of deteriorating job performance; e.g. depression, substance abuse, family crisis, death of a loved one, etc. To understand the possible dynamics in the supervisor/supervisee relationship when faced with poor performance. To role play techniques to ensure a successful workplace intervention.
Date: March 6, 2003 9 AM - 12 PM
Location: Student Activities Center, Room 308, West Campus
To register for this 3-hour course, please call Jean at 4-9805 (Corporate Education and Training).
Submitted by: Annemarie Scherer/UHMC
20. Professional Development Series (Presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
If you are interested in enhancing your professional communication skills, this program is for you. This multi-session program focuses on communication and gives employees skills in 8 critical areas. In addition, it teaches a set of basic principles that apply to any situation. To achieve the greatest impact, we are requiring that participants attend all sessions in this series. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate.
Program Outline:
1. The Basic Principles
2. Listening to Understand Clearly
3. Taking on a New Assignment
4. Getting Your Point Across
5. Participating in Meetings
6. Keeping Your Boss Informed
7. Resolving Issues With Others
8. Being a Team Player
DATES: March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 2003 (Must attend all five sessions) TIME: 1:00-4:30
TO REGISTER: CONTACT Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the link below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
21. The Family Violence Education and Research Center Spring 2003 Colloquia/Workshop
Family Violence Colloquia/Workshop, Location for all Colloquia/Workshop are: Level 3 - Lecture Hall 6
March 6 - 11:30am to 1:00pm - Nancy Wright, Domestic Violence and the Elderly (Colloquia).
March 14 - 8:30am to 12:00pm - Joanne Gorman, C.S.W., Date Rape: Etiology and Treatment Implications. (Workshop).
Submitted by: Kelvin Tune/HSC
22. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, Feb. 26, 2003
Dr. Arnaud Czaja from the Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, will present a seminar entitled "On the Time Variability of the Net Ocean to Atmosphere Heat Flux in Midlatitudes" at 11:30 a.m. on February 26. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, South Campus, Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
23. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents A Faculty Colloquium Lecture by Daniel Levy
Title: Cosmopolitan Memories and the Globalization of Human Rights
Where: The Humanities Institute, E4340 Melville Library, Thursday, February 27, 2003, at 4:30pm
During the last decade of the 20th century a de-coupling of legitimacy and the nation state has occurred. This lecture explores the cosmopolitization of legitimacy by examining a series of Holocaust related trials and the subsequent emergence of a politics of restitution and forgiveness. Thus for example, the protection of human beings, previously confined to the relation between subject and state, now extends across states. These developments are explained with reference to a shift from International Law (where the legal subject is the state) to a Human Rights Regime (where the legal subject is the individual.
Daniel Levy is Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the State University of New York - Stony Brook. He is currently the principal investigator on a German Research Foundation project.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Jason Hanley/GST
24. School of Nursing Pain Conference at Stony Brook Manhattan
TITLE:"Taking the Pain out of Pain Management"
DATE:Saturday, March 8th, 2003 TIME:9:00 am - 12:00 Noon
PLACE: Stony Brook - Manhattan, 401 Park Ave., South (at 28th St.), 2nd Floor, New York, NY
DIRECTIONS:
http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/sb/nyc/sbmtrans.shtml
SPEAKERS:Nancy Balkon, PhD, ANP-C, Patricia Bruckenthal, PhD(c), ANP-C, Kathleen Gorman, MS, ANP-C FEE: $125.00 (FREE TO ALUMNI and STUDENTS) CEU'S:3.9
LIMITED SEATING!
Please pre-register with Janice Kane: Phone:(631)444-3549 Fax: (631)444-3136 Email: Janice_Kane@notes2.nursing.sunysb.edu
http://nursingalumni.nursing.stonybrook.edu/alumnihomepage.nsf/Homepage?OpenForm&Seq=1
Submitted by: Irene Stern/HSC
25. The Provost's Lecture Series - Responding to the Threat of Bioterrorism
Please join us on Friday, March 7 at 1:00 p.m. for a Provost Lecture with Professor Ronald M. Atlas, who will share his views on "Responding to the Threat of Bioterrorism. Atlas, a Stony Brook alumnus, is President of the American Society for Microbiology, and professor of biology and public health and co-director of the Center for Deterrence of Biowarfare and Bioterrorism at the University of Louisville. The event is co-sponsored by the Year of Community: Ethics in Leadership.
Location: Health Sciences Center, Level 3, Lecture Hall 6.
Contact the Office of the Provost at 632-7000 for more information.
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
26. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
The Oncology Nurse from Stony Brook University Hospital's Cancer Helpline will be available in person to answer cancer questions on 2/25/03 at the Health Resource Center - located in the main entrance of the hospital from 12:00 noon till 2:00PM. This is an opportunity to have cancer questions answered and to obtain cancer related information
Submitted by: Lori Tischler/UHMC
27. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, March 12, Noon, 306 Harriman Hall, Light Lunch
Manuel London, Can Working with an Executive Coach Improve Multisource Feedback Ratings Over Time? A Quasi-Experimental Field Study
Abstract: This study examined the effects of executive coaching on multisource feedback over time. Participants were 1,361 senior managers who received multisource feedback; 404 of these senior managers worked with an executive coach (EC) to review their feedback and set goals. One year later, 1202 senior managers (88% of the original sample) received multisource feedback from another survey. Managers who worked with an EC were more likely than were other managers to set specific (rather than vague) goals (d=0.16) and to solicit ideas for improvement from their supervisors (d=0.36). Managers who worked with an EC improved more than other managers in terms of direct report and supervisor ratings, however, the effect size (d=0.17) was small.
Submitted by: Thomas Sexton/CEAS
28. Parenting Workshop on Brothers and Sisters: Best of Friends, Best of Enemies and Everything In Between
Leah Dombroff, Parent Education Consultant, Suffolk Association for the Education of Young Children, will lead a discussion on sibling rivalry, Wednesday February 26, 12:40 - 2PM at SBCCSI (across from South P-lot). This is the first in the Spring parenting workshop series, Parents as Problem Solvers: Strategies for Parenting Young Children sponsored by Child and Family Studies and Stony Brook Child Care Services. Please call SBCCSI for reservations 632-6930. For additional information contact, Joan F. Kuchner, Ph.D., Director, Child and Family Studies at 632-7695.
Submitted by: Joan Kuchner/CAS
29. Parents as Problem Solvers: Strategies for Parenting Young Children
Child and Family Studies (CFS) and Stony Brook Child Care Services (SBCCSI) are sponsoring a series of parenting workshops during Wednesday Campus Life Time (12:40 - 2PM), at SBCCSI (across from South P-Lot): February 26, Brothers and Sisters: Best of Friends, Best of Enemies and Everything in Between presentation and discussion led by Leah Dombroff, Parent Education Consultant, SAEYC; March 12, Raising Bilingual Children: The Early Years, a panel discussion with Meena Sridhar, Ph.D. and Agnes He, Ph.D.; April 9, Juggling Parenting and Working presented in conjunction with the Employee Assistance Program. Please call SBCCSI for reservations, 632-6930. For further information call Joan F. Kuchner, Ph.D., Director, Child and Family Studies at 632-7695.
Submitted by: Joan Kuchner/CAS
30. "Cinema Tropical: The Caliente New Wave of Latin American Film"
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1:00-3:00 PM, LACS Conference Room - Social & Behavioral Sciences Bldg, N-320
Movie Refreshments! Film Clips!
CARLOS GUTIÉRREZ, Mexican Cultural Institute (NYC) A dedicated promoter of Latin American film discusses its recent artistic renaissance here in New York.
Sponsored by the Mexican Cultural Institute, LACS, Hispanic Languages and Comparative Literature.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
31. Hold these Dates!!
New York City Latin American History Workshop (NYCLAHW), is an inter-university project which meets Fridays, 12-2 pm, at Stony Brook Manhattan.
Papers are:
Feb. 28, Susan Gauss, Stony Brook/Delaware,
March 21, Seth Fein, Yale
May 2, Tom Klubock, Stony Brook
For papers and additional information contact LACC at 632-7517 or by e-mail: lacc@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
32. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
The Department of Neurobiology & Behavior Thursday Seminar Series continues for Spring 2003. Dr. Michael O'Donovan, M.D., Ph.D. from NINDS/NIH will be our speaker. His topic will be "Mechanisms of rhythmogenesis in the vertebrate spinal cord."
Date: Thursday 2/27/03 Time: 12:00PM Place: Life Sciences Building, Room 038
Submitted by: Carol Brady/CAS
33. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, February 28, 2003
Dr. Jim Kremer from the University of Connecticut, will present a seminar on "Corroborating a model of estuarine responses to wasteshed nitrogen loading" on February 28,2003.
The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, in the Endeavour Hall 120. For more information, please call 632-8781.
http://www.msrc.sunysb.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
34. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30p.m., Wednesday, February 26, 2003, Life Sciences Building, Room 038
"MIGHTY HERMAPRHRODITE: THE RAPID EVOLUTION OF NEMATODE SEX DETERMINATION"
Dr. Eric Haag, Department of Biology, University of Maryland
Host: Dr. John True
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
35. Arts & Sciences Senate to meet Today, Feb. 24th in SAC 302 at 3:30 p.m. (rescheduled from 2/17)
Please note that the A&S SEnate will be meeting in SAC 302 (not the Javits Room) at 3:30 p.m.
Tentative Agenda
I. Approval of Tentative Agenda
II. Approval of Minutes from November 18, 2002
III. Report of the Arts & Sciences Senate President (J. Kuchner)
IV. Report from Dean of College of Arts & Sciences (J. Staros)
V. Report from CASA (E. Mendieta)
VI. Presentation of Revisions to A&S Senate Constitution and By-Laws (attached)
VII. Old Business
VIII. New Business
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
36. 2nd Annual Life Sciences Industry Career Development Conference. Exploring the Diversity of New York's Life Sciences Industry"
March 25, 2003. 8:30 am - 5 pm. Newman Conference Center, NYC. This conference is the premier event in New York State for graduate students and post-doctoral fellows interested in pursuing careers in the life sciences industry. The focus of the conference is on the ever-growing need for well-trained science and engineering professionals in a diverse range of careers. Industry leaders will address career opportunities in corporate R & D, business development, clinical trial management, law, finance, venture capital, communications, sales and marketing. The Conference is organized by the Center for Biotechnology and is part of its comprehensive Workforce Development Initiative that seeks to address the current and future education and training needs of New York's life sciences industry. Conference is free for students but pre-registration is necessary to confirm your attendance. Please RSVP online at
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/careerdev/index.html
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
37. Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science
The Computer Science Department welcomes everyone to its Distinguished Lecture Series, sponsored by Citigroup and the Center of Excellence in Wireless Internet and Information Technology.
Professor Daniel Jackson (MIT) will speak about "Logical Models of Software" at 2:00pm on Wednesday, February 26, in Computer Science 2311.
He is the Ross Career Development Professor of Software Technology at MIT. His research on software design languages, development methods, and automatic analysis techniques is widely recognized in the software engineering and software verification communities. He has been a software engineer for Logica UK Ltd. (1984-1986), and has worked for several large corporations, including AT&T, Digital and Fujitsu.
http://www.cs.sunysb.edu/CSSite/Research/DLSeries/DLSeriesFall2002.html
Submitted by: Scott Stoller/CEAS
38. Adorable cats available for adoption!
The USB Cat Network works to humanely trap, neuter, vaccinate, and care for the many feral cats that live on campus. Currently, we have a small number of young cats caputured on campus that are friendly and available to good homes. Please contact Anne Moyer (anne.moyer@sunysb.edu) or Nancy Franklin (nancy.franklin@sunysb.edu).
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
39. FSA Habitat for Humanity Talent Show
Students from FSA present a variety of acts, including comedy, poetry,and singing. All are welcomed; anyone who would like to participate should contact Joane Vincent @ 6-3519 or Daina Crescenzo @ 6-1818.Price of admissions is $3, which includes light refreshments provided by Campus Dining services. All Proceeds from this event will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.
Submitted by: Joane Vincent/UST
40. FSA Indoor Yard Sale
Saturday, March 8- Stony Brook Union 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
FSA and Campus Dining Services sponsor an indoor yard sale to benefit the Stony Brook House. Cost to rent a table is $10. Food, snacks, and beverages will be sold by Campus Dining services to benefit Habitat.
To donate items for the Habitat tables or to reserve your own table, please contact Chris Oster at 632-6513.
Submitted by: Joane Vincent/UST
41. FSA Dinner and Chinese Auction
Thursday, March 6- Stony Brook Union 5 -7 p.m.
FSA and Campus Dining Services host a dinner and Chinese Auction to benefit Habitat for Humanity. The cost is $7 dollars for students, and $10 dollars for staff.This includes dinner and 10 auction chances. For more information and to purchase tickets, please contact Chris Oster at 632-6513.
Submitted by: Joane Vincent/UST
42. Spring 2003 Residence Hall Blood Drive Contest Extended
Great news! Due to last Monday's snowstorm, the Spring 2003 Residence Hall Blood Drive Contest will continue this week. On Wednesday, 2/26 there will be a drive held in Schomburg Commons for UGA/Schomburg from 5:30-11 pm. Also, there will be a drive in Irving College in Mendelsohn Quad from 5:30-11 pm. So far, the number of pints has surpassed last fall's Residence Hall Blood Drive Contest. Congratulations, and keep up the good work! Remember, anyone who was not available to donate in his/her own quad is encouraged to go to Irving or Schomburg to give their pint for their home quad! If you have any questions, please call Colleen at 2-6100.
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
43. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550
Summer Camp at Stony Brook June 30 - August 22, 2003
Stony Brook is pleased to present its fourth year of our fun-filled, action packed, computer savvy Summer Camp. The Camp combines a unique twist of educational activities and athletics for children between the ages of 5 -12. Tuition includes provision of a camp T-shirt, as well as a hot lunch and snack each day.
10% Discount on Tuition for Stony Brook Staff Members, and additional 5% discount will also be given in early registration if application is received prior to March 1, 2003.
All Open Houses are on Saturdays in the Sports Complex from 9AM to 12PM January 25, 2003, February 8, 2003,March 1, 2003, March 22, 2003, April 12, 2003 and May 10, 2003
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/CAS
44. 2003 Aerobics Schedule
Contact Allison Milano on Lotus Notes or 632-7263 for Spring Aerobics Schedule. Offering Step Aerobics, Yoga, Kick Boxing, Pilates, Resistance Ball, Meditation, Body Sculpting, Stretch & Flex, Step Circuit, Mix It Up! and Boxing.
Classes begin on Monday, January 27th. Registration Fee is the purchase of a Punch Card.
Full Card 35 classes $60.00
3/4 Card 27 classes $50.00
1/2 Card 18 classes $35.00
1/4 Card 9 classes $25.00
Punch Cards are valid for all aerobic classes.
http://recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
45. Computer Training Macromedia Dreamweaver 4.0 NCE328B 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 24, 26; March 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2003
Dreamweaver is the industry-standard website development software, supporting sophisticated functions such as JavaScript, Dynamic HTML, and CSS. This course will cover topics such as basic page creation, layout tables, frames v. no frames, how to edit HTML, internal FTP capabilities, and how to manage workflow. Students will explore the cross-application functions, such as incorporating Fireworks graphics and Flash buttons. (No knowledge of Flash required.)
Required Text - Dreamweaver 4 for Windows/Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by J. Tarin Towers, retail: $21.99.
Fee: $275 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
for questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
46. Computer Training QuarkXPress NCE320C 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 27; March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 and 25, 2003
QuarkXPress is the foundation application for layout of printed material. This comprehensive, hands-on course will guide students through the stages of document production. Topics include: document construction, word processing basics, importing text and pictures, page layout and design, typography, style sheets, libraries, working with pictures, creating colors and printing.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Fee: $385 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
for questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
47. Union Craft Center Opens for Spring 2003 offering Non-Credit Classes in Arts & Crafts & Leisure, call 632-6822.
The Stony Brook Union Crafts Center offers excellent low-cost courses and memberships. Most classes meet in the evening and are held in the Student Union. Try your hand at pottery, sculpture, photograhy, drawing , painting, loom weaving, quilting, and polymer jewlery design. We also offer two sessions of Defensive driving and bartending. For a copy of our class brochure call the Crafts Center at 632-6822 or stop by the office located in the lower level of the Student Union Building, room 049.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
48. "The Women of Warner Brothers." A lecture/book signing event on Thursday, March 13 at 5:00 pm, Javits Room, Melville Library.
Guest Speaker: Daniel Bubbeo, Program: Author Reading/Book Signing. Mr. Bubbeo will present a multimedia lecture based upon his book, "The Women of Warner Brothers: The Lives and Careers of 15 Leading Ladies, With Filmographies for Each." The lives and careers of screen legends Joan Blondell, Nancy Coleman, Bette Davis, Olivia de Havilland, Glenda Farrell, Kay Francis, Ruby Keeler, Andrea King, Priscilla Lane, Joan Leslie, Ida Lupino, Eleanor Parker, Ann Sheridan, Alexis Smith, and Jane Wyman will be discussed.
Admission: Complimentary. Sponsors: Special Collections Department of the Frank Melville, Jr. Memorial Library and the University Bookstore
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/specevents.htm
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
49. Ballroom Dance Lessons
On Wednesdays nights, we are giving ballroom dancing lessons. We are teaching Beginning Foxtrot at 7PM, Intermediate Rhumba at 8PM and Intermediate Cha Cha at 9PM. Lessons are in the Student Union Ballroom and are $20/pp for all 4 weeks. No partner is necessary and lessons are in a group setting. Please contact Victor Poon at vipoon@ams.sunysb.edu for more information.
Submitted by: Victor Poon/CEAS
50. Stony Brook Athletics P.A.W.S (Providing Athletes With Scholarships)Campaign Kick-Off
Stony Brook athletics kicked-off its annual P.A.W.S (Providing Athletes With Scholarships) Campaign on Thursday, February 13, in the Indoor Sports Complex at 7pm. The athletics department announced a goal of $700,000 for scholarships within the next five weeks. P.A.W.S. is the driving force behind the success of Stony Brook's 20 Division I teams. Since state funds cannot be used for athletic scholarships, the campus community must lend its support to the teams so the athletic program can thrive and win on a national level.
Throughout February and March, P.A.W.S. volunteers will be reaching out to faculty, staff and students for their support. University employees can request a payroll deduction, write a check to the P.A.W.S. Campaign, or charge their gift. For more information on volunteering or contributing to the P.A.W.S. Campaign, please call Brian Lotito, Director of the Seawolves Club and Special Events, at 632-4576.
http://www.goseawolves.org
Submitted by: Brian Lotito/CAS
51. Integrative Asthma Care And Prevention
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness in the Department of Family Medicine will be conducting a three-part series on Integrative Asthma Care and Prevention.
This series will be available to asthma patients twelve years and older. Participants will be examined and evaluated individually in order to assess asthma severity and to determine whether their current treatment is optimal.
The group discussions will review state-of-the-art medical management, asthma triggers, prevention, proper use of inhalers, spacers and peak flow meters. The discussions will also integrate nutrition with whole foods, the value and safety of nutritional supplements and herbs, breathing exercises, yoga, stress management, massage, self-hypnosis, meditation and guided imagery
The series will be on Wednesday, March 5th, 12th, and 19th from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 33 Research Way in Stony Brook Technology Park. Most insurance plans accepted with appropriate co-pay at each visit.
To register, please call 631.444.9815.
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
52. International Food Fair February 26, 2003 ~ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Ballroom A, Student Activities Center
This is an event you won't want to miss! Enjoy international cuisines and entertainment such as Peruvian Folk Music, Andalusian/Gypsy Dance and Music, Middle Eastern Belly Dancing, West African Instrumental Music, Japanese Shakuhachi Music and Dance, and International Street Performers! Visit all stations for $6.95. You can also save money and avoid waiting in line the day of the event. Purchase your ticket at the Administration Cart from Feb. 10-25 for $6.45 (cash only). For a full menu of this event, visit
http://www.campusdining.org/images/event_images/event-51.jpg
http://www.campusdining.org
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
53. Do you enjoy a good Whodunit? Do you like crime solving? Then you?ll love the Mystery Book Sale!
The Melville Library's Book and Record Sale, located on the 3rd floor of the Main Library, is featuring Mystery novels; most for only 50 cents! Brain teasers, thrillers,crime novels, and more by a variety of authors. Supply is replenished regularly! Hurry and get them while they last!
Submitted by: Elissa Daub/Lib
54. Computer Training Adobe Photoshop NCE321C Tu, Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, 12 sessions starting March 27, 2003
Photoshop, the most powerful image editing software on the market. Whether you want to learn how to prepare photographs for offset printing or just want to create good-looking scans for your personal homepage, a working knowledge of Photoshop is essential. Topics covered will include the Photoshop work area, image basics, working with selections, working with layers, painting, masks, channels, creating special effects, basic pen tool techniques and creating images for electronic publishing. We will be working in the Windows environment. The required textbook addresses both Macintosh and Windows users. Cost of text is not included in the course fee.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
March 27; April 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 22, 24 and 29; May 1, 6 and 8, 2003
Fee: $575 - 10% discount University employees and students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
55. Computer Training Macromedia Fireworks 4.0 NCE327B M, W, 6:00-9:00 pm, March 17, 19 and 24, 2003
Create web graphics, from a simple logo to a sophisticated rollover or pop-up menu, with this user-friendly program from the leader in web design software applications. Fireworks writes the JavaScript required for complex web graphics, and seamlessly merges with Dreamweaver, Macromedia's web layout program. This course is a thorough introduction to this powerful program. Students will create their own graphics to be incorporated into their website designs in Dreamweaver.
Required text - Fireworks 4 for Windows/Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by Sandee Cohen, retail: $18.99.
Fee: $150 - 10% discount University employees and students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
56. Computer Training Macromedia Flash 5 NCE329B 12 sessions M, W, 6:00-9:00 pm, starting March 26, 2003
Required Text: Macromedia Flash 5: Training from the Source
Macromedia Flash is the professional standard for producing high-impact Web experiences. The focus is on creating animation for the World Wide Web. This course will guide students through the fundamentals of animation such as Flash drawing, story boarding, creating layers, key framing, character animation, and creating interactive animation. Mastering the use of these advanced features is considered the industry standard for web animators. By the end of the course, students will have a thorough understanding of Flash basics, plus the know-how to build Flash projects incorporating sound, interactivity, and engaging animations.
March 26 and 31; Apr. 2, 7, 9, 14, 21, 23, 28 and 30; May 5 and 7, 2003
Fee: $575 - 10% discount University employees and students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
57. Computer Training Designing a Website with Microsoft Publisher NCE325.4C: Sat, 1:00-4:00 pm, Mar. 1 and 8, 2003
Creating basic Web pages is easy with Microsoft?s page layout program. Learn about Publisher's "WYSIWYG" word processor-like tools, built-in HTML code generator, design considerations, page wizards, page enhancements, debugging and site publication.
Prerequisite: Introduction to the Internet or equivalent experience
Fee: $100 - 10% discount University employees and students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
58. Computer Training Web Page Design and Site Management with FrontPage NCE325.5C: Sat, 1:00-4:00 pm, starting March 15, 2003
Microsoft FrontPage is a quick, effective way to create and manage professional-quality Internet sites without programming. It makes it easy for new users and professional Web developers to build and maintain well-designed Web sites in no time. Learn how to employ wizards, templates, page editing, graphics, themes and forms to create sophisticated looking frame-based sites. Students will also explore FrontPage?s advanced features, Active X controls, Java applets, plug-ins, PowerPoint animation.
Prerequisite: Experience in basic webpage creation.
March 15, 22 and 29, 2003
Fee: $150 - 10% discount University employees and students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
59. Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day With Pizza Party Set For Sunday, March 2
The Department of Athletics will hold its Stony Brook Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day with a pizza party and basketball game on Sunday, March 2nd inside the SBU Sports Complex when the men's basketball team finishes its home season against New Hampshire at 2:00 p.m.
Members of faculty and staff and their family members will get admission to the game and an invitation to a pre-game pizza party for just $4 each. If faculty and staff members are interested in just the game, tickets will be $2.
Those interested in attending must RSVP to the Office of External Affairs with the number of people attending the game and party at 632.9556 (Tim Szlosek or Marta Widuchowska) by February 27 at 12:00 p.m. Tickets can be picked up and paid for the day of the game.
Submitted by: Timothy Szlosek/CAS
60. Career Women's Luncheon - March 6th, 12 Noon, Student Union Ballroom
The Employee Activities Council would like to invite you to our Career Women's Luncheon. We are honored to have Vincent Murphy and Kevin Cullen from Wellcraft Builders, who have over 25 years experience as home contractors, as our speakers. They will give you tips as to what increases the value of your home through home improvements and how to choose a contractor. You won't want to miss this program.
Bring your payment of $8.50 to any of the people listed below before Feb. 28th (make checks payable to Chartwells): Judy Friedlander 2-6105; Alba Beltran 2-4151; Pat Miller 2-6010; Lucille Meci 2-8260; Betty Ahner 4-3423; Marie Barnouw 2-9248; Augusta Kuhn 2-7280
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
61. Black Women and Breast Cancer: An Interview Study
Researchers at the Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University are interested in understanding the experiences of African American women who are survivors of breast cancer. Women between the ages of 35-70 are eligible. Interviewees will be remunerated for their participation. If interested, please contact Ms. Nasya Breach at (631) 216-0222 or nbreach@ic.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
62. A Toothpaste To Keep Teeth White
DO YOUR TEETH HAVE STAIN ON THEM? WOULD YOU LIKE TO EARN $250.00?
The Oral Biology and Pathology Department of the School of Dental Medicine, at Stony Brook University, is undertaking a study to evaluate a new toothpaste for effectiveness in reducing or eliminating the stain from your teeth.
Subjects should be at least 18 years old, in good health and should have basically good teeth, free from cavities and major restorations.
Subjects selected may receive up to $250.00 for their participation. Please Call (631) 632-8925
Submitted by: Mark Wolff/HSC
63. Doctoral Defenses this week
Please click on the URL below to see the schedule of Doctoral defenses this week
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Ajay Gupta/GST
64. All non-international students. Parttime/full time; undergrads and grad students!
The University offers you an optional health insurance plan that is reasonable in cost, and covers many essential medical services. You must enroll in this plan by February 28, 2003; but the earlier you enroll, the sooner your benefits begin (not before January 22). For details and an enrollment booklet please call us at 632.6377 or 632.6144, or come to our office in the west campus Studdnt Health Service (Infirmary). Office Hours are 9 am-4 pm.
Submitted by: ledelson
65. Transfer Students!
The University offers all part time and full time non-international students an optional health insurance plan at a very reasonable cost. You must enroll for this plan no later than February 28, 2003. The plan coverage begins when we process your enrollment, but no earlier than January 22. For details and enrollment materials please contact the Student Health Insurance Office in the west campus Infirmary (Student Health Service), Monday-Friday, 9 am-4:30 pm, or call 632.6377 or 632.6054.
Submitted by: Leta Edelson/OSA
66. CELT Workshop: Custom Tailor Your Resume - Lunch Provided
Friday, February 28th, 12-1pm Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
Position descriptions and vacancy announcements have their very own language. You need to know how to read and decode job announcements to determine if there is a match between your background and the position. Please join us as we welcome Alfreda James from the Career Center as she presents Part 2 of her resume workshop, in which she helps graduate students "decode" a position description and then tailor a resume for the position description under consideration. If possible, bring your most recent resume with you to the workshop.
Lunch and refreshments will be served. Please register for this important event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events." See you there.
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/CAS